A 1910s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Michelina since 1903
Babies named Michelina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 39 |
| 1910s | 303 |
| 1920s | 444 |
| 1930s | 291 |
| 1940s | 175 |
| 1950s | 112 |
| 1960s | 92 |
| 1970s | 124 |
| 1980s | 113 |
| 1990s | 155 |
| 2000s | 137 |
| 2010s | 109 |
| 2020s | 97 |
Meaning & origin
Michelina is an Italian diminutive of Michela, the feminine form of Michael. The name reached its peak popularity in 1917 (rank 941) and has since become quite rare. However, it has been slowly rising since 2011, suggesting a quiet revival. In 2025, it ranked 6,546 with approximately 1 in 94,545 girls receiving the name. Historically, it was most common in New York among Italian-American communities. Michelina carries a delicate, vintage charm that feels fresh again, appealing to parents seeking a classic Italian name with a lyrical sound.
Michelina is an Italian diminutive of Michela, the feminine form of Michele (Italian for Michael). The name Michael comes from the Hebrew mikha'el, meaning 'Who is like God?' Used in Italy since the Middle Ages, Michelina was especially popular in the early 20th century and has a distinctly feminine, melodic quality.
Where Michelina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Miche, Lina, Micky
Sibling names for Michelina
Names that share Michelina's style, for a brother or sister.
